What is the cheapest way to get from Shellharbour to Bathurst?

The cheapest way to get from Shellharbour to Bathurst is to bus and train which costs $25 - $40 and takes 8h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shellharbour to Bathurst?

The fastest way to get from Shellharbour to Bathurst is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Shellharbour and Bathurst?

No, there is no direct bus from Shellharbour to Bathurst station. However, there are services departing from Addison St Before Mary St and arriving at Bathurst Station, Coach Stop via Wollongong Station, Station St and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Shellharbour to Bathurst?

The distance between Shellharbour and Bathurst is 301 km. The road distance is 258.6 km.

How do I travel from Shellharbour to Bathurst without a car?

The best way to get from Shellharbour to Bathurst without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Shellharbour to Bathurst?

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Shellharbour to Bathurst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shellharbour to Bathurst bus from?

Shellharbour to Bathurst bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Wollongong Station, Station St.

Train or bus from Shellharbour to Bathurst?

The best way to get from Shellharbour to Bathurst is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $180 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Shellharbour to Bathurst bus arrive?

Shellharbour to Bathurst bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A.

Can I drive from Shellharbour to Bathurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Shellharbour to Bathurst is 259 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Shellharbour to Bathurst.

Where can I stay near Bathurst?

There are 109+ hotels available in Bathurst.

Shellharbour to Bathurst - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Shellharbour to Bathurst by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A43Sc
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Bathurst Station, Coach Stop
7h 30m
$49–78
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shellharbour Junction to Central StationSco
2. Take the train from Central Station to Bathurst StationBmt
7h 32m
$22–174
Drive 258.6 km
1. Drive from Shellharbour to Bathurst258.6 km
3h 34m
$51–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from University Of Wollongong, Northfields Av, Stand B to Campbelltown Station, Stand B887
2. Take the train from Westmead Station to Bathurst StationBmt
8h 17m
$26–40

Shellharbour to Bathurst by bus

6Weekly Buses

7h 30mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300.5 km
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Shellharbour, NSW, Australia and Bathurst, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Addison St Before Mary St to Bathurst Station, Coach Stop via Wollongong Station, Station St, Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A, and Central Station in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addison St Opp Pioneer Park to Bathurst Station via Shellharbour Junction Station, Piper Dr, Stand A, Shellharbour Junction, and Central Station in around 7h 32m.

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